Reading will not be signing Gyasi Zardes this summer, despite reports linking the striker with a move to Madejski Stadium.

The in-demand United States international has been attracting plenty of attention recently, with several clubs across Europe said to be an eyeing a move for the 23-year-old.

And this week reports emerged from across the Atlantic that Royals had joined the race for the LA Galaxy frontman, with some suggesting they had even lodged a bid.

But getreading.co.uk understands that is not the case and that, whilst there is interest in the player, Royals believe there is no chance they could sign him during this transfer window.

Zardes has been with Galaxy since 2012 and has scored 25 goals for the California-based club during the past three seasons.

The highly rated forward has scored twice for the Unites States national team, including a goal during the 2-1 win against Holland in Amsterdam in June. Royals midfielder Danny Williams was also on target that day.